CEO Carly Davenport Acker departs Ainslie+Gorman

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After two years at the helm of Arts Capital, CEO Carly Davenport Acker departs to take up an Executive Director/Producer position with Tura, a First Nations arts organisation based in Perth.

Coming into the head role of Arts Capital in mid-2022, Carly has facilitated and worked closely with artsACT and Philip Leeson Architects to deliver the first stage of the Gorman Centenary Upgrade Project. Alongside many significant operational overhauls, Carly leaves a well-rounded and capable team who will continue to work with and for our creative community.

“I have so valued our connections and collaborations. Thank you for your generosity and sharing your journey, stories, and dreams… our many conversations will continue to fuel and inspire.”

Stepping into the role of interim CEO is Chief Operational Officer Lachlan Johnson, who will be acting CEO from 8 November 2024.

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